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Silent Symptoms of Stress

By MySahana / November 15, 2010 / Comments Off on Silent Symptoms of Stress

Stress is a very common emotional health issue that South Asians face and it has very serious long term emotional and physical consequences. Stress can be caused by both negative events (e.g. death of a loved one, loss of a […]

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South Asian Relationships: Patterns in Dating

By MySahana / November 12, 2010 / Comments Off on South Asian Relationships: Patterns in Dating

A unique issue for first-generation American-born South Asians is that many prefer the Western method to finding your life partner: dating. Since many of their parents are immigrants and probably had arranged marriages, they aren’t able to turn to their […]

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How Expectations Shape Our Experiences

By MySahana / November 10, 2010 / Comments Off on How Expectations Shape Our Experiences

Self-reflection is key to understanding the deeper issues that exist within a relationship. For example, why does it bother you every time she leaves her house slippers in the middle of the hallway? Or how come when you feel sad, […]

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Sweet Potato Soup

By MySahana / November 9, 2010 / Comments Off on Sweet Potato Soup

Why are sweet potatoes good for mental health? Why does MySahana have recipes on the website? 5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, washed, cut into cubes 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium shallots, cut in half 2 garlic cloves

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The Biology of Forgiveness

By MySahana / November 8, 2010 / Comments Off on The Biology of Forgiveness

Holding on to resentment and anger in any relationship acts as a ticking time bomb. It is not only hurtful to the relationship’s health, but also to the physical and emotional health of the individuals involved. Recent research in the […]

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The Art of the Apology

By MySahana / November 5, 2010 / Comments Off on The Art of the Apology

After a difficult argument, especially if it began because one person felt hurt, the apology is a crucial step in repairing the damage done and restoring health and happiness into a relationship. Here are six important steps to ensure a […]

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